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When that occurs, no one can hope for the enjoyment of political freedom.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgHarold J. Laski: “When that occurs, no one can hope for the enjoyment of political freedom.”
Editor's note · Context
He asserts that political freedom cannot exist if the military exerts control over political processes.
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